Matthew
Boy's name · 7 letters
About Matthew
Matthew has a solid, grounded feel—there's something dependable about it. It rolls off the tongue smoothly with that classic two-syllable rhythm, and it works beautifully across all ages, from baby to grown man. The name carries a timeless quality that never quite goes out of style.
The nickname options are wonderful too. Matt is casual and friendly, while Matthias feels more formal if you ever want to lean that direction. There's real flexibility here, which parents love.
Matthew tends to evoke someone thoughtful and genuine—maybe a bit serious, but in a trustworthy way. It's the kind of name that feels equally at home in a boardroom or at the park. If you're drawn to names that are familiar without being trendy, Matthew delivers exactly that balance.
According to SSA data, Matthew has been given to 1,354,657 babies since 1975. Its most popular year was 1983 with 50,208 births.